Boro faced competition from Burnley for the 24-year-old's signature, but appear to be closing in on the transfer after a deal was secured with the Championship basement club. Finn Azaz, who enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Whittaker at Home Park, is believed to have played his part in convincing Whittaker on the move to the Riverside.

Plymouth Argyle have accepted an improved offer from Middlesbrough for Burnley target Morgan Whittaker, according to journalist Alan Nixon. Whittaker is on his way out at Home Park and is pushing for an exit from the Championship strugglers.

Plymouth's English striker #10 Morgan Whittaker (R) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal during the English FA Cup third round football match between Brentford and Plymouth Argyle at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on January 11, 2025. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP)

Middlesbrough are reportedly targeting Plymouth Argyle defender Bali Mumba after having a bid accepted for his team-mate Morgan Whittaker.

Plymouth Argyle manager Miron Muslic says Morgan Whittaker 'did not show up' as he explained the Middlesbrough target's absence from the heavy defeat to Burnley.

MIDDLESBROUGH have agreed a deal with Plymouth for Morgan Whittaker. The bid, reportedly in the region of £6m plus £2m in potential add-ons, has been accepted by Argyle. The forward is now understood to be undergoing a medical.

Middlesbrough have had an improved bid accepted for Plymouth Argyle winger Morgan Whittaker. Alan Nixon believes Boro have accepted an offer of £6m, with the deal also including extras for the Pilgrims.

Plymouth Argyle have accepted a transfer bid from Championship rivals Middlesbrough for forward Morgan Whittaker. Whittaker is undergoing a medical at Middlesbrough ahead of a transfer in the region of £6million ($7.